The University of Glasgow
- Start Date: 24 Oct, 2022
- 4 weeks
- Study Content: Videos
Learn how climate equity and justice can help the most vulnerable people address the effects of climate change.
Course Fee: Free
Certificate Cost: See Fees and Eligibility
Course Description
This course is made available through the eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn partnership.
Define climate equity and its effect on vulnerable populations
One of the biggest injustices resulting from climate change is inequity, with those least responsible for the current climate emergency often suffering most.
On this four-week course from the University of Glasgow, you’ll examine the concept of climate equity. You’ll learn how climate justice seeks to address this imbalance and what steps can be taken to work towards a sustainable future for all.
Discover the need for climate reparations and disasters funds
Those most affected by climate change are often least likely to have the funds to introduce sustainable measures.
You’ll consider different approaches to helping the Global South tackle climate change, from debt cancellation, equitable finance, and climate compensation.
Reflecting on who is responsible for driving climate equity and how climate reparations can be advanced, you’ll gain a deeper knowledge of the global, political, and economical factors impacting climate justice.
Analyse the shortfalls of current government climate pledges
Using real case studies, you’ll analyse how international level targets and national initiatives fall short of keeping global warming from reaching dangerous levels.
You’ll examine government pledges in the context of your own country and those of your fellow learners, allowing you to assess the level of commitment towards fighting climate disaster.
Examine key climate justice issues affecting sustainable development
You’ll explore key concepts including conflict and climate, energy, education, and sustainable farming and their impact on helping deliver climate justice around the world.
You’ll finish this course with a thorough understanding of climate equity and why immediate climate action must be taken to protect the future of the environment and the most vulnerable populations.
This course is designed for a range of learners including business owners, policymakers, consultants, NGO managers, teachers, activists, and charities, who want to understand the importance of taking immediate climate action.
Certificate cost may vary. You will be redirected to the host page for cost and payment options.
The University of Glasgow
This university is part of the partnership between eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn.
This institution is available on eLearnAfrica through partnership with FutureLearn.
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